Although granted standalone marque status in 1955, it is fair to say that Imperial suffered an identity crisis. The buying public perceived it as a luxurious Chrysler model, an impression heightened by the fact that, unlike its opposition, Imperial… more»
Southampton
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Complete Project! 1957 Imperial Crown Four-Door Southampton
Forward Look styling swept the Chrysler brands for model year 1957, with fins across the board. Imperial stood alone at the top of the family tree. This 1957 Imperial Crown Four-Door Southampton in Winchester, New Hampshire seeks a new… more»
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Running Hemi: 1956 Imperial Southampton Hardtop
This 1956 Imperial Southampton Hardtop demonstrates that wonderful classics remain hidden in barns and sheds. All they need is the right person to come along, liberate them, and return them to their former glory. The road ahead will be… more»
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Ready to Restore: 1959 Imperial Crown Southampton
Choosing a project candidate can be challenging, but the sheer variety of motor vehicles produced over more than a century means there is guaranteed to be something to appeal to almost every taste. Those seeking 1950s luxury and excess… more»
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Hemi Powered: 1957 Imperial Southampton
The race to the top in automotive luxury is almost as old as the car itself, but the zenith of excess belongs to the 1920s. Chrysler jumped into the game in 1926 with its Imperial. As competing makes fell… more»
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Huge Price Drop: 1957 Imperial Crown Southampton
UPDATE: No, this is not deja vu. I usually avoid featuring a classic car when an owner lists it for the third time, but I am willing to make an exception with this 1957 Imperial Crown. There is no… more»
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No Reserve Rarity: 1959 Imperial LeBaron Southampton
Buying a new Imperial LeBaron Southampton in 1959 indicated one of two things. It told the world that you were a success and that you weren’t afraid to use your money to indulge your passion for luxury. Alternatively, it… more»
